Last updated: June 2025

Legal cannabis is thriving in New York — especially in NYC, where dispensaries are popping up in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and beyond. Whether you’re looking to buy flower, vapes, or edibles, here’s your 2025 guide to the top dispensaries, state regulations, and how to shop legally in the city that never sleeps.

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📍 Top 10 Legal Cannabis Dispensaries in NYC

• Housing Works Cannabis Co. – Manhattan
  NY’s first legal dispensary. Social equity-driven and still one of the best for variety and service.
• The Travel Agency – Union Square
  A sleek, well-run shop known for fast lines, friendly staff, and an easy online menu.
• Smacked Village – Greenwich Village
  The first Black-owned dispensary in NY, with curated products and deep community roots.
• Verdi Cannabis – Williamsburg, Brooklyn
  Stylish storefront and great product education — a go-to for first-timers in Brooklyn.
• Dazed – Lower Manhattan
  Trendy and focused on newer cannabis brands. Worth a visit for boutique shoppers.
• Elevate Dispensary – Jamaica, Queens
  Clean, professional, and trusted in southeast Queens.
• ConBud – Lower East Side
  Small but curated, with strong loyalty rewards and customer care.
• Good Grades – Queens
  One of the first woman-owned dispensaries in NY. Community-driven with wide selection.
• Union Square Travel Agency (Brooklyn Branch)
  Sister store with expanded edibles and affordable daily deals.
• Valley Greens – Peekskill, Hudson Valley
  A strong option outside NYC, especially if you’re heading upstate. Great flower variety.

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🛒 Can You Buy Legal Weed in NYC in 2025?

Yes — adults 21+ can legally purchase cannabis from licensed dispensaries in NYC. Products include flower, vapes, pre-rolls, tinctures, and edibles. Just bring a valid government-issued ID and buy from a state-authorized location.

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🌿 Is Home Grow Legal in NY?

Yes. As of 2025, adults can grow:

• Up to 6 plants per person (3 mature, 3 immature)
• 12 plants max per household

Plants must be out of public view and stored securely.

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📏 How Much Cannabis Can You Carry?

• 3 ounces of cannabis flower
• 24 grams of concentrate (e.g. vape, oil, wax)

You can smoke cannabis anywhere tobacco is allowed, but it's still prohibited in parks, public transport, workplaces, and indoor public spaces.

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🤝 Medical vs Recreational Weed

Aspect	Medical	Recreational
Age	18+ (with certification)	21+
Tax	0%	~13%
Potency Limits	Higher access	Standard limits
Dispensary Type	Pharmacies + MMJ retailers	CAURD-licensed recreational stores

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🧠 FAQ

Can I buy weed with an out-of-state license?

Yes, as long as you’re 21+ with a valid government-issued ID.

Can I fly with cannabis out of NYC?

No. Cannabis is illegal federally — never bring it across state lines or on flights.

Is weed delivery legal in NYC?

Yes, but only through NYS-licensed delivery services. Many of the dispensaries above offer it — always check their site.

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